Sunday, 22 January 2012

Restaurant Review: Ekhidna Winery McLaren Vale

Last night my partner and I went to a local winery Ekhidna for dinner. A friend recommended we try it and despite it only being about 5 minutes from home we had never heard of it before. It is a small charming restaurant set amongst the vineyards. Below are some photos of the inside.
They make their own wine and beer and every menu item has a matching beverage. Check out the restaurant menu here, the beer menu here and the wine list here.

 We started with some rustic ciabatta while enjoying the view.

My partner ordered the black angus with polenta chips, brocolini and roasted tomatoes.

I ordered the market fish of the day: atlantic salmon with beetroot rice and asparagus.

Of course we ordered dessert! We decided to share the flourless chocolate brownie and the lemon sorbet.

I would give it 10 out of 10 for sure! A must if you're in Adelaide!
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Friday, 20 January 2012

20 Great Homewares < $20!

I think a spring clean is in order! This week I have had a few days off work which I have spent having a clean out. The best advice I have received about what to keep and what to throw out is simple: "keep only what is useful, beautiful or loved". So in the spirit of spring cleaning here is my list of 20 great homewares all < $20!

Wheel & Barrow: 6pc Bar Set with Stand - $15.00
Wheel & Barrow: 700ml Cocktail Shaker - $15.00
Crate&Barrel: Mini Measure Shot Glass - $5.00
Crate&Barrel: Zest Margarita Glass - $11.40
Crate&Barrel: Dizzy Cocktail Glass - $3.20

Wheel & Barrow: Cupcake Pen - $19.95
Crate&Barrel: Ruffle Individual Pie Dish - $10.10
Modcloth: Pretty Cupcake Kit - $19.99
Modcloth: Sweet When Specific Measuring Cups - $11.99
Modcloth: 2-Piece Mini Cupcake Spatula Set - $12.70

Wheel & Barrow: Waffle Icecream Cup - $6.95
Wheel & Barrow: Mini Red Tapas Tangine - $14.95
Wheel & Barrow: Non Stick Fish Grill - $12.95
Crate&Barrel: Brunswick Soup Bowl - $5.00
Fred Flare: Mini Fondue Set - $10.00

Crate&Barrel: Mini Flea Market Lantern - $3.20
Wheel & Barrow: Frosted Bud 25cm Vase - $9.00
Dusk: Cotton Candy Pillar Candle - $7.99
Urban Outfitters: Around the World Letter - $12.00
Urban Outfitters: Bonjour Multi Hook - $12.00
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Tuesday, 17 January 2012

Tuesday Top Three

TOP THREE VICTORIA'S SECRET SWIMWEAR:



TOP THREE THINGS TO DO IN TOKYO:



TOP THREE GLITTER CLUTCHES <$50:


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Sunday, 15 January 2012

New Favourite: Esther Boutique

Today whilst at work a friend emailed me a few links for online stores she had discovered and this one caught my eye..




Check out the Esther Boutique online store here and their blog here.
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Thursday, 12 January 2012

Summer Beauty Tips from Vogue Australia

After seeng the gorgeous cover of this months Vogue Australia magazine I had search the website for more!

The article below is about how to get cover-girl Marloes Horst's summer look. Here are their tips:

GOLDEN GIRL
When it comes to make-up in high summer, less is more. Foundation is too heavy for the heat so get that sun-kissed complexion with a bronzing, ray-blocking tinted sunscreen. Apply True Solutions True All Day Moisture SPF 30+ Tinted to lightly moisturised skin.

ACE YOUR BASE
Cover up any unwelcome spots with Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-In-Place Concealer SPF 10 for a flawless base.

EYE OPENER 
Brighten your eyes by applying a hint of Nars Soft Touch Shadow Pencil in Goddess onto the inner corners of the each eye.

GIVE SOME CHEEK
The other key aspect of this look is to be extra cheeky. Go hard (or go home) by contouring under the cheekbones with Too Faced’s fun Peach Leopard Bronzer.

PUCKER UP
Get Marloes’ luscious pout by filling lips with Ellis Faas Creamy Lips in L108.

Read the full article here.

The gorgeous Dutch model looks fantastic is this months issue. Read more about her here.


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Tuesday, 10 January 2012

Tuesday Top Three


TOP THREE DREAM RESORTS:


TOP THREE H&M JACKETS:
Dark Blue Blazer - $49.95 / Putty Jacket - $59.95 / Red Trenchcoat - $49.95


TOP THREE PARTY COCKTAILS:
Margarita - Tequila / Mojito - Rum / Bloody Mary - Vodka

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Sunday, 8 January 2012

Colour of the Day: Orange

Today I was browsing my wardrobe for my outfit today and noticed that I have a lack of orange pieces. So after searching online I have compiled a list of juicy-orange-goodness!

 

Shop here:

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    Wednesday, 4 January 2012

    Online Travel Map

    Today i stumbled accross this interactive online travel map on Trip Advisor that let's you add pins to where you have been/want to go to! I started mine but decided to only put where I have been so far, otherwise the whole map would be covered in pins of where I want to go! Check out my map below and try one for yourself! Have you been to any of the places I have?




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      Tuesday, 3 January 2012

      Style Crush: Ladies of TV

      I've noticed lately a lot of the women of TV appearing in the best-dressed lists and I'm loving it! I watch a bit of TV and have been getting inspired by these ladies everyday!

      Sarah Jessica Parker

      Olivia Palermo

      Blake Lively

      Lauren Conrad

      Kaley Cuoco


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      Monday, 2 January 2012

      Tuesday Top Three

      BREAST CANCER AWARENESS PRODUCTS:


      GREY/SILVER HOT ITEMS:


      SUMMER BEAUTY FAVOURITES:


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